Valladolid Stuuns Rayo for First Home Win Since October

Valladolid’s Persistence Rewarded

Valladolid finally broke their home win drought on Sunday, defeating Rayo Vallecano 1-0 at the Estadio José Zorrilla. The victory marked the first time Valladolid had won at home since October 23rd, a span of 11 matches.

The match was a hard-fought affair, with both teams having chances to score. Valladolid had the better of the chances in the first half, with Shon Weissman coming close on several occasions. However, it was Rayo who had the best chance of the half, with Álvaro García hitting the post in the 30th minute.

Weissman’s Strike Earns Valladolid the Win

Valladolid finally broke the deadlock in the 65th minute. Weissman received the ball on the right wing and drove into the Rayo penalty area. He then cut inside and fired a low shot past Rayo goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski.

Rayo pushed for an equalizer in the remaining minutes, but Valladolid held on for the win. The victory was a much-needed one for Valladolid, who had been struggling for form in recent weeks.

Key Moments

• 30': Álvaro García hits the post for Rayo.
• 65': Shon Weissman scores the winning goal for Valladolid.
• 75': Rayo come close to equalizing, but Óscar Plano clears the ball off the line.

Player Ratings

**Valladolid**

• Jordi Masip: 7
• Luis Pérez: 7
• Javi Sánchez: 7
• Jawad El Yamiq: 7
• Lucas Olaza: 7
• Monchu: 7
• Kike Pérez: 6
• Gonzalo Plata: 6
• Shon Weissman: 8
• Óscar Plano: 7
• Sergio León: 6

**Rayo Vallecano**

• Stole Dimitrievski: 6
• Iván Balliu: 6
• Alejandro Catena: 6
• Florian Lejeune: 6
• Fran García: 6
• Óscar Trejo: 6
• Santi Comesaña: 6
• Isi Palazón: 6
• Álvaro García: 7
• Sergio Camello: 6
• Raúl de Tomás: 6

Valladolid – Rayo